Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1795 Pediatric Dentistry
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Pediatric dentists treat dental diseases and growth abnormalities in children through adolescence. They provide consultations and teach pedodontic concepts to dental officers and technicians.
Core Skills
- pediatric dental diagnosis
- child behavior management
- preventive dentistry
- restorative dentistry
- dental growth assessment
- oral pathology recognition
- sedation and pain control
- clinical team supervision
- dental health education
Civilian Software & Tools
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- ABELSoft ABELDent
- ACE Dental
- AlphaDent
- AltaPoint Data Systems AltaPoint Dental
Civilian Career Paths
- Dental
- Public Health
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Diplomate Certification
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Also Common
- Certified Dental Practice Management Administrator (CDPMA), DANB
What the Work Involves
- Use masks, gloves, and safety glasses to protect patients and self from infectious diseases.
- Examine teeth, gums, and related tissues, using dental instruments, x-rays, or other diagnostic equipment, to evaluate dental health, diagnose diseases or abnormalities, and plan appropriate treatments.
- Administer anesthetics to limit the amount of pain experienced by patients during procedures.
- Use dental air turbines, hand instruments, dental appliances, or surgical implements.
- Formulate plan of treatment for patient's teeth and mouth tissue.
Related Occupations
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Prosthodontists
- Orthodontists
- Dental Assistants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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